achieve

/əˈtʃiːv/

Definitions

1. verb

to succeed in doing something; to accomplish or attain something

“She worked hard to achieve her goal of running a marathon.”

2. noun

the act of succeeding in doing something; an accomplishment or attainment

“Her achievement of getting into a top university was a proud moment for her family.”

3. verb (transitive)

to cause someone or something to succeed in doing something; to help someone or something to accomplish or attain something

“The coach helped the team to achieve their goal of winning the championship.”

Synonyms

  • accomplish
  • attain
  • obtain
  • realize
  • succeed

Antonyms

  • fail
  • omit
  • unachieve